key term - Discoveries

Definition

In the context of sociology, discoveries are new findings about previously unknown or unrecognized aspects of a culture. These can include social practices, norms, values, or artifacts that significantly impact understanding and interactions within a society.

Related terms

Culture:

The sum of social practices, beliefs, values, and material objects that characterize a social group or society.

Social Norms:

Unwritten rules that govern behaviors within a society or group, guiding what is considered acceptable or unacceptable.

Ethnography:

A qualitative research method used in sociology to study and systematically record the culture and lifestyle of a community or society through close observation and participation